Tag Archives: Focus

Redemptive Work Finished

Posted on March 25, 2024 by Mark Shields

If we focus on God’s promises, we have hope that inspires us to be persistent even when it is hard to be optimistic because our attention is on the reward rather than the difficulty so we endure. Our mind is … Continue reading →

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Number One

Posted on January 10, 2024 by Mark Shields

Priorities are made and choices are made. Many times, opportunities to grow in faith are set aside but this day with God, let us make Jesus our number one as we grow our faith beyond just the mediocre. It was … Continue reading →

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Noticing What You See

Posted on December 12, 2023 by Mark Shields

Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them fade from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional This Day 11-24-2023

Posted on November 24, 2023 by Mark Shields

There are consequences for a nation disobeying the ONE true God and worshiping idols as pointed out in 1 Kings 11:9-43 when Solomon began his spiritual decline. In current times, there are consequences too as pointed out in the video … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional This Day 11-17-2023

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Mark Shields

A lesson from 1 Kings 11:1-8 is Solomon’s spiritual decline. He had strengths of wisdom and wealth during the first part of his reign, but his major weakness was the alliances he made with nations that served idols. He was … Continue reading →

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